Deadline: Friday 3rd February 2017
Encounters Short Film Festival are offering a three month training and development programme for new and emerging filmmakers from diverse backgrounds.
The course will take 15 filmmakers through a programme which will include workshops, masterclasses and one-to-one mentoring with industry professionals to complete a personal project and further develop their skills and knowledge.
For more information and to apply go here.
Deadline: 16th May 2014 (For films completed in 2014)
Eligibility: Encounters accepts short films from all over the world, under 30 minutes in length from every genre (animation, live action drama, documentary, experimental, music video), and does NOT have a premier policy - See more here
Encounters is one of the best-known showcases and meeting points for emerging talent, and is the leading UK gateway to the world’s most prestigious short film and animation awards, including the BAFTAs, Cartoon d’Or, European Film Awards, and Oscars®. A hotbed of talent development, the festival presents a rare and excellent opportunity for industry and creatives alike to meet new people, benefit from peer-to-peer exchanges, and develop new collaborations. Year on year filmmakers and industry figures return to soak up the buzz and excitement of the festival, hoping to see the next best thing in short film, and participate in first-rate panels, discussions, and workshops. Throughout the week, the festival offers a series of eclectic, challenging and fun events, to engage and inspire all.
To find out more and to apply go here
